Overview

• Research conducted by EPFL highlights that personal care products release over 200 volatile organic compounds (VOCs) indoors.
• These VOCs can react with ozone, forming new particles that may deeply penetrate the lungs.
• Experiments showed that pollution levels from these reactions can surpass those in heavily polluted urban areas.
• Scientists emphasize the need for further toxicological studies to understand the health impacts of these pollutants.
• Recommendations include improving ventilation, using air-cleaning devices, and opting for less chemically reactive product alternatives.